Component Object Model + (COM+)COM+ builds on COM's integrated services and
features, making it easier for developers to create and use software
components in any language, using any tool. COM+ includes Transaction
Services and Message Queuing Services for reliable distributed
applications.

Multimedia PlatformWith integrated Windows MediaTM Services,
configure and manage high-quality digital media content across the
Internet and intranets--delivering live and on-demand content to the
maximum number of users.

Directory-Enabled ApplicationsDevelopers can use a number of standard
interfaces to write applications that utilize information stored in the
Active DirectoryTM service about users, other application and devices.
This enables rich, dynamic applications that are simpler to develop and
easier to manage. All Active Directory functions are available through
LDAP, ADSI and MAPI for extending and integrating with other
applications, directories, and devices.

Web FoldersWeb Folders bring the richness of Windows to
the Web, by using Web Document Authoring and Versioning (WebDAV) to
enable drag and drop Web publishing.

Internet PrintingSend print jobs across the Internet to a URL.

8-way Symmetric Multi-Processor SupportScale up by utilizing the latest 8-way SMP
servers for more processing power. Windows 2000 Server delivers support
for up to 4-way SMP servers.

8 GB Memory Support (advanced)Take advantage of larger amounts of memory to
improve performance and handle the most demanding applications, with
support for up to 8 gigabytes (GB) of RAM with Intel's Physical Address
Extension (PAE). Windows 2000 Server delivers support for up to 4 GB of
RAM.
Network Load Balancing (advanced)Scale out quickly and easily by distributing incoming IP traffic
across a farm of load-balanced servers. Incrementally expand capacity
by adding additional servers to the farm using Network Load Balancing (NLB).

Terminal ServicesRun Windows-based applications on the server,
and access from a remote PC, Windows-based Terminal or non-Windows
device over LANs, WANs or low-bandwidth connections, through terminal
emulation software. In Windows 2000, Terminal Services are up to 20
percent more scalable and have dramatically improved performance for
both high and low-bandwidth connections.

Multi site HostingInternet Information Services (IIS) 5.0 allows you to
host more Web sites per server with high performance.

IIS CPU ThrottlingLimit the amount of CPU time a Web
application or site can use to ensure that processor time--and
therefore better performance--is available to other Web sites or to
non-Web applications.

High throughput and bandwidth utilizationWith support for up to 1 GB networks, Windows
2000 Server delivers high performance processing on high performance
networks. Increased throughput increases performance without having too
increase network bandwidth.

Active Directory IntegrationActive Directory integration with the
underlying security infrastructure provides a focal point of security
management of users, computers and devices making Windows 2000 easier
to manage.

Kerberos AuthenticationFull support for Kerberos version 5 protocol
provides fast, single sign-on to Windows resources, as well as other
environments that support this protocol.

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)The Certificate Server is a critical part of
a public key infrastructure that allows customers to issue their own
x.509 certificates to their users for PKI functionality such as
certificate-based authentication, IPSec, secure email, etc. Integration
with Active Directory simplifies user enrollment.

Encrypting File SystemIncrease security of data on the hard disk by
encrypting it. This data remains encrypted even when backed up or
archived.

Secure network communicationsEnd-to-end encrypted communications across
your company network using the IPSec standard. Great for protecting
sensitive internal communications from intentional or accidental
viewing. Active Directory provides central policy control for its use
to make it deployable.

Routing and Remote Access ServiceConnects remote workers, telecommuters, and
branch offices to the corporate network through dial-up, leased line
and Internet links.

Virtual private networking (VPN)A full-featured gateway that encrypts
communications to securely connect remote users and satellite offices
over the Internet. Now with an updated PPTP support and advanced
security with Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol

Network Load Balancing (advanced)On Web or Terminal Services server farms,
re-distribute workload among remaining servers in the event of a server
hardware or software failure in less than 10 seconds.

Job Object APIThe Job Object API, with its ability to setup
processor affinity, establish time limits, control process priorities,
and limit memory utilization for a group of related processes, allows
an application to manage and control dependent system resources. This
additional level of control means the Job Object API can prevent an
application from negatively impacting overall system scalability.

Application Certification & DLL ProtectionApplications certified to run on Windows 2000
Server are tested by Microsoft to ensure high quality and reliability.
Protects DLLs installed by applications from conflicts that can cause
application failure.

Multi-master ReplicationActive Directory uses multi-master
replication to ensure high scalability and availability in distributed
network configurations. "Multi-master" means that each
directory replica in the network is a peer of all other replicas;
changes can be made to any replica and will be reflected across all of
them.

Disk QuotasSet quotas on disk space usage per user and
per volume to provide increased availability of disk space and help
capacity planning efforts.

Hierarchical Storage ManagementAutomatically migrate data that hasn't been
recently accessed to less expensive storage media, maximizing disk
space for the most heavily accessed data on the disk.

Dynamic system configurationAdd new volumes, extend existing volumes,
break or add a mirror, or repair a RAID 5 array, while the server is
online, without impacting the end-user.

Rolling Upgrade Support (advanced)Using Cluster service and NLB, avoid downtime
caused by planned maintenance or upgrades using rolling upgrades.
Migrate your applications or IP workload to one node, upgrading the
first node, and then migrating them back. You can roll out hardware,
software, and even operating systems upgrades without taking the
application offline. Both Windows Clustering technologies are backwards
compatible with their Windows NT Server 4.0 predecessors.

Dynamic Volume ManagementAdd new volumes, extend existing volumes,
break or add a mirror, or repair a RAID 5 array, while the server is
online, without impacting the end-user.

Disk DefragmentationOver time, fragmentation can have a severe
impact on the performance of a busy file or Web server. These tools
increase disks availability and performance.

Safe Mode BootBooting in Safe Mode allows users to
troubleshoot the system during start up by changing the default
settings or removing a newly installed driver that is causing a
problem.

Backup and RecoveryBackup and recovery features make it easier
to backup data and then recover data in the event of a hard disk
failure. Windows 2000 allows back up to a single file on a hard disk
and tape media.

Automatic RestartConfigure services across the operating
system, including IIS, to restart automatically if they fail.

Kill Process TreeStop all processes related to an errant
process or application without rebooting the system.

Cluster Administrator (advanced)Run Cluster Administrator from any Windows NT
or Windows 2000 system to remotely control multiple clusters from a
single location.

Windows Management InstrumentationA uniform model through which management data
from any source can be managed in a standard way. Windows Management
Instrumentation (WMI) provides this for software, such as applications,
while WMI extensions for the Windows Driver Model (WDM) provide this
for hardware or hardware device drivers. WMI in Windows 2000 enables
management of even more functions.

Delegated AdministrationActive Directory enables administrators to
delegate a selected set of administrative privileges to appropriate
individuals within the organization to distribute the management and
improve accuracy of administration. Delegation also helps companies
reduce the number of domains they need to support a large organization
with multiple geographical locations.

Microsoft Management ConsoleUnify and simplify system management tasks
through a central, customizable console that allows control,
monitoring, and administration of widespread network resources. All
management functions in Windows 2000 are available through the
Microsoft Management Console (MMC).

Remote Management with Terminal ServicesSafely enable Terminal Services for remote
administration purposes. Up to two concurrent sessions are supported,
with no impact on performance or application compatibility.

Group PolicyGroup policy allows central management of
collections of users, computers, applications, and network resources
instead of managing entities on a one-by-one basis. Integration with
Active Directory delivers more granular and flexible control.

Centralized Desktop ManagementManage users' desktop resources by applying
policies based on the business needs and location of users.
IntelliMirrorTM management technologies install and maintain software,
apply correct computer and user settings, and ensure that users' data
is always available.

Security Configuration Toolset (SCTS)Reduce costs associated with security
configuration and analysis of Windows-based networks. In Windows 2000,
use Group Policy to set and periodically update security configurations
of computers.

PKI Group Policy ManagementCentrally manage Domain wide-PKI policies.
Specify which Certificate Authorities a client will trust, distribute
new root certificates, adjust IPSec policy or determine if a user will
be required to use smart cards to long onto a particular system.

Server & Mainframe interoperabilityMessage Queuing enables the exchange of
information between applications running on mainframe platforms.
Kerberos authentication protocol support enables interoperability with
other systems using this industry standard authentication protocol.
Services for NetWare is an add-on product that increases
interoperability with NetWare servers and clients with Windows-based
servers and clients. Services for Unix is an add-on product that makes
it easier to integrate Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 into a UNIX
environment.

PeripheralsWindows 2000 Server works with the newest
peripherals such as storage management hardware, USB printers, network
adapters, keyboards and mice. It delivers advanced printer driver
support, as well as support for 1394, PCMCIA, infra-red and digital
devices.

This feature information was obtained from the
Microsoft Windows 2000 website at http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000
and are linked from ActiveWin.com for your convenience. For the most
accurate information please visit the official site.

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